First Au Limited has announced that it has commenced an initial diamond drilling program at its Nimba Gold Project in Liberia following the completion of a comprehensive month-long structural and alteration mapping program. The mapping, carried out over a 10km square area by structural geology specialists under the leadership of Executive Director Lei Shi, focused on the environs of the Ziyatoya Prospect and the area surrounding a previously drilled hole by Hamak Gold Limited. The mapping identified an antiformal fold hinge on the west side of the earlier drill hole, indicating that significant mineralization might be confined to the eastern limb of the fold and be dipping approximately 50–60° to the southeast. In the first phase of its drilling efforts, First Au Limited has initiated a 3,000-metre diamond drilling program using a track-mounted diamond rig. Part of this program involves drilling twin holes adjacent to the earlier hole to verify the geometry and dip of the mineralization system. One such hole is scheduled to be drilled to a depth of 240 metres at an estimated 60° angle to test if the granitic gneiss exhibits similar foliation and pyritization at depth. The recent re-logging of previous drill holes from a 1,000-metre programme further supports the company’s efforts to refine its understanding of mineralization at the project. The company’s strategic approach at the Nimba Gold Project is aimed at confirming the geological interpretations derived from both historic drilling and the latest mapping data. First Au Limited’s experts, alongside the drilling team from Hit N Drill Limited, are focused on not only delineating potential ore bodies but also on exploring new targets identified in the mapping program. This integrated method of mapping, re-logging, and targeted drilling forms a critical part of a broader vision to expand the company’s flagship projects globally and enhance shareholder returns. Bullish sentiment arises from the methodical progression of the exploration programme. Technical indicators such as the planned depth, precise drilling angles, and the confirmation of structural interpretations provide confidence that significant mineralized zones could be delineated if the drill results align with the mapping data. This advancement, particularly in underexplored regions of Liberia, positions First Au Limited as a potentially attractive opportunity for speculative investments in gold exploration. Conversely, bearish sentiment could be drawn from the inherent risks of early-stage exploration. Although the mapping has provided promising targets, there remains uncertainty regarding the extent of the mineralization and whether the geological interpretations will fully translate into economically viable ore bodies. Additionally, the reliance on data from previous drill programmes and the challenges of operating in a complex geological setting introduce risks that may temper expectations if drill results do not confirm the anticipated structures. Overall, the initiation of drilling at the Nimba Gold Project marks an important milestone for First Au Limited as it continues to build its portfolio of high-quality gold projects, supported by methodical exploration practices and advanced technical assessments.